Use broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher every day
Apply vitamin C serum in the morning
Use niacinamide to help fade dark spots
Use azelaic acid for discoloration
Use retinoids at night
Try alpha arbutin for spot treatment
Use kojic acid products
Use glycolic acid or lactic acid exfoliants
Use salicylic acid if acne is contributing
Avoid picking or scratching skin
Treat acne, eczema, or other triggers early
Consider chemical peels with a dermatologist
Consider laser treatment with a dermatologist
Use hydroquinone only under medical guidance
Be consistent for several weeks to months
See a dermatologist if spots are worsening or persistent